Abuja – The Nigerian Senate has rejected a motion calling for an investigation into how a fake agency known as PFIPC, allegedly linked to former House of Representatives Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila, found its way into the national budget and passed legislative scrutiny.
The decision came during plenary on Wednesday as lawmakers swiftly voted down the proposal shortly after it was presented. The development has sparked fresh debate about transparency and accountability in the budgeting process.
Details surrounding the phantom agency remain unclear, but critics have raised questions about how such an entity was included in budget documents and approved by the National Assembly. Supporters of the rejected motion argued that a thorough probe was necessary to uncover any irregularities or possible influence peddling.
Femi Gbajabiamila, who served as Speaker of the House during the 9th Assembly, has not publicly commented on the claims linking him to the agency. The Senate’s swift rejection of the investigation has drawn criticism from some quarters, with observers suggesting it raises concerns about oversight within the legislature.
The incident comes amid broader discussions on budget padding, ghost projects, and the need for stricter checks in the appropriation process. Many Nigerians have called for greater openness in how public funds are allocated and monitored.
This latest development adds to ongoing scrutiny of high-profile figures and institutions involved in national fiscal matters.
